Civil Environmental Engineer

Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) has an exciting opportunity for a Civil Environmental Engineer (Engineer Grade 2) to join our Barrier Mitigation Division.

The Barrier Mitigation Division is a newly created team within IFI.

IFI has been asked to take on the role of managing a newly established National Barrier Mitigation Programme 2024 - 2027 (NBMP) and as such, this new division has been established with funding from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage (DHLGH) and Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications (DECC).

The aim of the National Barrier Mitigation Programme is to improve river hydromorphology and connectivity in Irish catchments by strategically targeting significant barriers to fish passage and structures degrading river form, flow and function. Iconic species such as Atlantic salmon and the European eel are threatened species and IFI is mandated to protect them under law. Removing barriers will open up habitat to various species in an era where habitat loss is impacting severely on biodiversity both nationally and internationally.

This role will provide an exciting opportunity for an individual with civil engineering experience in the ecological/environmental arena, to play an advisory role on the remediation works required to successfully mitigate or remove barriers. This role will be an expert on the planning and management of remediation works concerning barrier mitigation and have the ability to understand the impacts of ecosystem dynamics associated with barrier removal and mitigation.

ABOUT US

Inland Fisheries Ireland are the environmental agency responsible for protecting, managing and conserving Ireland's inland fisheries and sea angling resources.

More information can be found by visiting our website.

Vision

To place the inland fisheries resource in the best sustainable position possible for the benefit of future generations.

Mission

To protect, manage and conserve Ireland’s inland fisheries and sea angling resources and to maximise their sustainability and natural biodiversity.

Values

• We work collaboratively with professionalism
• We are open, transparent and accountable
• We act with respect and integrity
• We are committed to stewardship and sustainability

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work alongside the Civil Environmental Engineer (Grade 1) to recruit and train a team of civil and environmental design experts to support delivery of the NBMP.
• Work closely with colleagues from the Barriers Mitigation Research Programme to obtain and review data from a range of sources such as; site assessments, environmental monitoring and third party reports.
• Evaluate the environmental impacts of the proposed barrier mitigations.
• Complete the applicable calculations and tests on proposed remediation works.
• Prepare and present findings, technical documents, costings, and recommendations on proposed remediation works.
• Plan and manage remediation works concerning barrier mitigation and removal.
• Plan, implement, manage and supervise the day-to-day tasks of construction and remediation schemes.
• Contribute to the development of site-specific health and safety plans, Standard Operating Procedures and RAM’s.
• Foster collaborative and strategic relationships with key internal and external stakeholders and vendors.
• Engage with procurement activities, in line with IFI policies and public sector procurement guidelines.
• Always comply with the policies and standards of Inland Fisheries Ireland and the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Civil Environmental Engineer (Grade 1) or nominee.

KEY EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have the following;

Essential

• A recognised third-level qualification, at a minimum level of NFQ Level 8, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline, such as but not limited to; Civil and/or Environmental Engineering or a related discipline, accredited by Engineers Ireland (or equivalent body).
• Demonstrable post-qualification professional experience working in a relevant civil and/or environmental engineering role.
• Experience in the project management of major civil engineering works.
• · A full Category B driving licence that is valid in Ireland.
• Demonstrable familiarity with the planning application processes and requirements in Local Authorities.
• A proven track record of fostering productive relationships with external stakeholders, including sub-contractors and/or sub-consultants.
• A knowledge of current Health and Safety legislative requirements and an awareness of progressive legislative changes relevant to the field of Civil / Environmental engineering.

Desirable

• Experience working with diverse stakeholders involved in the ecology arena.
• An excellent knowledge of ecological principles and a familiarity with fisheries conservation and environmental legislation, in particular the Water Framework Directive, as well as other relevant legislation.
• Experience working in the riverine environment is highly desirable.

KEY SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

The ideal candidate will have the following;

Essential

• Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post, such as site visits, and a willingness to work outside of normal hours as necessary.
• Demonstrable project management skills, with a capability to achieve deliverables on time and within budget.
• Strong IT skills including MS Office suite, MS Project, GIS / ArcGIS, AutoCAD (or equivalent).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to express technical matters in plain language to non-technical individuals.
• Excellent people management and leadership skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Outstanding time management and resource management skills.
• A passion for the environment.

LOCATION
This role may be based at any of IFI’s regional offices; Citywest, Dublin / Clonmel, Tipperary / Macroom, Cork / Limerick City, Limerick / Galway City, Galway / Ballina, Mayo / Ballyshannon, Donegal.

REMUNERATION

The salary scale for the position is at the level of Engineer Grade 2 as applies in Inland Fisheries Ireland, it is a 10-point scale including 2 long service increments (LSI’s):

Point 1 € 69,518; Point 2 € 71,107; Point 3 € 72,691; Point 4 € 74,283; Point 5 € 75,870; Point 6 € 76,292; Point 7 € 77,858; Point 8 € 79,482; Point 9 (LSI 1) € 82,127; Point 10 (LSI 2) € 84,778.

Candidates should note that salary will not be subject to negotiation and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. New entrants to the public sector will start on point 1 subject to Haddington Road Agreement and subsequent Government Agreements.

TENURE

This post is externally funded by Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage (DHLGH) and Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications (DECC) and offered on a Specified Purpose Contract of a minimum of 3 years.

APPLICATIONS

A cover letter and up to date Curriculum Vitae should be submitted by midnight on Sunday 24th March 2024.

Late applications will not be processed.

Short listing will be based on information provided in the Cover Letter and CV.

Canvassing will disqualify.

Inland Fisheries Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.